In addition to the fine, he was also ordered to pay Woking Borough Council’s legal costs.

The court case followed numerous complaints from residents living in neighbouring flats and houses.

Although warning letters were sent to Mr Payenda asking for compliance, he failed to adhere to his permitted hours and was found to be in breach of the planning condition which relates to opening times on at least three occasions.

Speaking about the successful prosecution, Cllr Graham Cundy, the council’s portfolio holder for planning, said: “We will resort to legal proceedings where all other attempts to bring about compliance have failed. Our instructions to Mr Payenda were not adhered to and we had no other choice. The evidence provided by local people was very important in this case and we would like to thank them.”

Contact the planning enforcement team on 01483 743843 or email developmentcontrol@woking.gov.uk if you have any similar concerns.